Let’s find your next opportunity​

{{ job.job_posting_title }}
{{item.trim() }} {{item.trim() }} {{item.trim() }}
{{ job.job_posting_title }}

{{ job.is_cms_job ? (job.cities.split(';').length > 1 ? 'Various locations' : job.location_mappings[0]) : (job.location_mappings.length > 1 ? 'Various locations' : job.location_mappings[0]) }}

saved
viewed

Rail Systems Project Delivery Engineering Intern – Summer 2027

San Francisco, California, United States of America

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Rail Systems Project Delivery Engineering Intern – Summer 2027 to join our client-based team in San Francisco, CA.

Your Role

  • Shadow the Client Representative and support project delivery across design, construction, testing, commissioning, operations, and maintenance interfaces.
  • Prepare agendas, meeting notes, action registers, executive summaries, weekly updates, and briefing materials.
  • Track contractor deliverables, submittals, correspondence, changes, risks, actions, and key decisions.
  • Join client, contractor, consultant, and internal coordination meetings; document outcomes and follow-up actions.
  • Review technical, commercial, contractual, schedule, and project controls information to support client oversight and delivery decisions.
  • Support rail systems deliverable reviews, including train control, traction power, communications, civil interfaces, and O&M requirements.
  • Track technical comments, design review actions, interfaces, and engineering decisions through resolution.
  • Participate in technical and field coordination to understand installation, testing, commissioning, and operations readiness.
  • Prepare presentations, reports, dashboards, and status materials covering risks, issues, and priorities.
  • Develop an understanding of large-scale project delivery models, including how design-build activities transition into operations and maintenance readiness.
  • Contribute to proposal, lessons learned, and knowledge-sharing activities based on observations from the project.
Cities & development Engineering

Location

San Francisco, California, United States of America

Job Type

Part time

Ref

R-165974

Salary range

-

About You

  • EXPERIENCE:
    • Although no prior professional experience is necessary, experience in transit, rail or transportation engineering is a plus
  • EDUCATION:
    • Must have completed 60 hours towards an Engineering degree from an ABET accredited program by the start of the internship (Summer 2027).
  • SPECIAL SKILLS:
    • Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
    • Knowledge of rail vehicles and/or demonstrated interest in rail and transit industry is a plus.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

As an Intern, you will participate in Explore, our intern development initiative, and will enjoy a host of benefits including:

  • Competitive salary
  • Hands-on experience with industry leaders
  • Support and mentorship from various professionals throughout the business
  • Career and educational exploration opportunities such as Client Site Visits, Weekly Lunch & Learns, & various virtual and/or in-person activities

As an entry-level Full-Time employee, you will enjoy a robust rewards package including enrollment into Emerge, our new graduate experience, providing:

  • Opportunities to work on various projects of ranging size and scope
  • Support & structured mentorship from various professionals throughout the global AtkinsRéalis network
  • Formal business and soft-skills training on topics such as time management, resilience, emotional intelligence, feedback, and communication
  • Integration into a robust Emerging Professional Network
  • Additional learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program
  • Additional benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here .
video thumbnail

Make it brilliant, a career with AtkinsRéalis

Our supportive, collaborative culture inspires us as a global community every day.

Watch this short film and imagine what you could achieve here, too.

About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis , a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional Information

Expected compensation range is between $25 - $31 hourly depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Are you ready to start your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer. EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here .

Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates must go through a drug screen test and background check. AtkinsRéalis is a federal contractor which mandates a satisfactory background screening report and drug test. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the following laws if applicable, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. This position is not available for individuals living or working in New York City.

AtkinsRéalis believes that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to the following job duties: accessing company property, information, assets, and products; accessing confidential information, and partnering and regularly working with or supervising other AtkinsRéalis employees and interacting with AtkinsRéalis clients including government property or ports.

AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy and is committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data. By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.

Note to staffing and direct hire agencies:

In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, AtkinsRéalis family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/recruitment-agencies

#URR100

Related jobs

Rail Systems Project Delivery Engineering Intern – Summer 2027
Cities & development Engineering Part time
Rail Systems Project Delivery Engineering Intern – Summer 2027

San Francisco, California, United States of America

Aviation Engineering Intern - Summer 2027
Cities & development Engineering Part time
Aviation Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Civil Engineer
Cities & development Engineering Full time
Civil Engineer

Denver, Colorado, United States of America

Aviation Engineer
Cities & development Engineering Full time
Aviation Engineer

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Project Engineer
Cities & development Engineering Full time
Project Engineer

Denver, Colorado, United States of America

Project Engineer
Cities & development Engineering Full time
Project Engineer

Denver, Colorado, United States of America

Roads & Highways Civil Engineer
Cities & development Engineering Full time
Roads & Highways Civil Engineer

Denver, Colorado, United States of America

Civil Engineering Intern - Summer 2027
Cities & development Engineering Part time
Civil Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Austin, Texas, United States of America

Bridge Engineering Intern – Summer 2027
Cities & development Engineering Part time
Bridge Engineering Intern – Summer 2027

Orlando, Florida, United States of America

ITS & Traffic Engineering Intern - Summer 2027
Cities & development Engineering Part time
ITS & Traffic Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Austin, Texas, United States of America

Civil Engineering Intern – Summer 2027
Cities & development Engineering Part time
Civil Engineering Intern – Summer 2027

Henderson, Nevada, United States of America

ITS & Traffic Engineering Intern - Summer 2027
Cities & development Engineering Part time
ITS & Traffic Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

El Paso, Texas, United States of America

Related blogs

What Owen discovered in his first year at AtkinsRéalis

What Owen discovered in his first year at AtkinsRéalis

Discover how Owen's first year at AtkinsRéalis has shown him that engineering is more than calculations. It's about protecting communities, embracing innovation, and building meaningful connections.

Card link for What Owen discovered in his first year at AtkinsRéalis
Helping shape the next generation of professionals: Shawn's journey at AtkinsRéalis

Helping shape the next generation of professionals: Shawn's journey at AtkinsRéalis

Discover how Shawn is growing as an engineer while helping shape the next generation of professionals through leadership, regional collaboration, and the Emerging Professionals Network at AtkinsRéalis.

Card link for Helping shape the next generation of professionals: Shawn's journey at AtkinsRéalis
After 20 years in the industry, here's what matters most to Rasyad

After 20 years in the industry, here's what matters most to Rasyad

After 20 years working across multiple sides of the industry, Rasyad shares the lessons that shaped his approach to leadership and collaboration.

Card link for After 20 years in the industry, here's what matters most to Rasyad
Srujana in black dress

From trainee to international exposure: Srujana's journey of growth

From her first role as a trainee to international project experience, Srujana’s journey shows how staying curious and embracing new opportunities can shape a career.

Card link for From trainee to international exposure: Srujana's journey of growth
Pride in our nature

Pride in our nature: helping shape a sustainable future in Saudi Arabia

From ambitious developments to greener communities, discover how our people are helping shape Saudi Arabia’s sustainable future.

Card link for Pride in our nature: helping shape a sustainable future in Saudi Arabia
Praveen in front of atkinsrealis banner

Building a career through growth, innovation, and global collaboration

What does it take to turn a decade of experience into a career that keeps evolving? Parveen’s journey offers a glimpse.

Card link for Building a career through growth, innovation, and global collaboration
What surprised Derek most about his first months at AtkinsRéalis

What surprised Derek most about his first months at AtkinsRéalis

Discover how Derek quickly moved from onboarding to meaningful project work, expanding his cybersecurity expertise while building connections and confidence at AtkinsRéalis.

Card link for What surprised Derek most about his first months at AtkinsRéalis
She started as an intern. Now she’s helping shape the infrastructure people use every day!

She started as an intern. Now she’s helping shape the infrastructure people use every day!

Discover how Chloe turned an internship into a career, learning from experienced engineers while contributing to infrastructure that benefits communities.

Card link for She started as an intern. Now she’s helping shape the infrastructure people use every day!
From intern to shaping future communities: Oscar’s story

From intern to shaping future communities: Oscar’s story

Discover how Oscar grew from intern to Assistant Landscape Designer, contributing to impactful projects while building his career at AtkinsRéalis.

Card link for From intern to shaping future communities: Oscar’s story
Bajarang in grey suite

Turning challenges into opportunities: Bajarang's journey at AtkinsRéalis

What happens when a complex challenge becomes an opportunity to innovate? Bajarang’s story.

Card link for Turning challenges into opportunities: Bajarang's journey at AtkinsRéalis
Why great engineers need more than technical expertise: Meet Michael

Why great engineers need more than technical expertise: Meet Michael

How do you solve engineering's toughest challenges? Michael shares his perspective on leadership, collaboration, and the future of consulting.

Card link for Why great engineers need more than technical expertise: Meet Michael
Béatrice: starting a career in rock mechanics at AtkinsRéalis

Béatrice: starting a career in rock mechanics at AtkinsRéalis

Béatrice is an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) in Rock Mechanics at AtkinsRéalis. After completing an internship with the Hydropower and Geotechnical team, she joined the company full-time in 2026. Her journey illustrates how internships can pave the way to a rewarding engineering career in Canada.

Card link for Béatrice: starting a career in rock mechanics at AtkinsRéalis